Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland

Explore incredible running events and much more in Northern Ireland!

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Explore Northern Ireland

This dramatic landscape of sweeping coastline, green hills and sublime mountains is incredible for outdoor adventure! Discover runs, hikes and much more right here.

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Take on a spectacular coastal challenge along Northern Ireland’s rugged cliffs, with views of the iconic Giant’s Causeway and its world-famous basalt columns, to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 20 Jun
  • £20-£25
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Mighty Hikes | Giant's Causeway

Take on a spectacular coastal challenge along Northern Ireland’s rugged cliffs, with views of the iconic Giant’s Causeway and its world-famous basalt columns, to support people living with cancer.

  • Charity hike 2
Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Power along Northern Ireland’s rugged Causeway Coast on two wheels, embracing big climbs, sweeping descents and breathtaking views.
  • Sun 28 Jun
  • £35-£65
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Pedal Causeway Coast

Epic climbs, stunning views, pedal with purpose. Power along Northern Ireland’s rugged Causeway Coast on two wheels, embracing big climbs, sweeping descents and breathtaking views.

  • Short sportive
  • Medium sportive
  • Long sportive
  • Sat 14 Mar
  • £60-£70
Carrickfergus, County Antrim, UK

Castle to Castle

This event has 2 options to choose from either a : 52.4mile Ultra Marathon 0R a Marathon. The choice is yours!

  • Ultra run 2
  • Marathon
  • Half marathon
  • Tue 17 Mar
  • £20-£250
Belfast, County Antrim, UK

SPAR Craic 10K

This St Patrick’s Day, more than five thousand runners will once again take to the streets of Belfast for the SPAR Craic 10k...

  • 10 km road running
  • Sat 11 Apr
  • £25-£27
Larne, County Antrim, UK

Larne Athletic Club 10 Mile Coast Road Run

Step up to the starting line and join in for the ultimate running experience at the Larne Athletic Club Coast Road 10 Mile Race.

  • 10 miles road running
  • Sat 25 Apr
  • £10-£40
Craigavon, County Armagh, UK

Almac's 5K and 10K

Walk or run, with all proceeds going to Marie Curie

  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Sun 3 May
  • £40-£145
Belfast, County Antrim, UK

Phoenix Energy Belfast City Marathon

Experience an electric city marathon with roaring crowds, flat, fast streets, and an unforgettable finish in the heart of Belfast in this AIMS-certified race.

  • Marathon 2
  • Short walk
  • Fri 8 May
  • FREE-£22
Newtownards, County Down, UK

Run the Runways

Run The Runways returns for 2026

  • Fun run
  • 5K run
  • 10K run
  • Sun 17 May
  • £28-£73
Strabane, County Antrim, UK

Strabane Lifford Half Marathon

The 11th Strabane Lifford Half Marathon will take place in 2026.

  • 13.1 miles road running
  • Sat 30 May
  • £47-£49
Ballycastle, County Antrim, UK

Norn Iron 100 Half Marathon

Starts in Ballintoy and finishes in Portballintrae. Run along the famous North Coast and the Giants Causeway. And grab yourself one of these amazing Finn McCool medals !

  • 13.1 miles trail running
  • Sun 23 Aug
  • £42-£47
Larne, County Antrim, UK

Antrim Coast Half Marathon

The Antrim Coast Half Marathon is one of the fastest half marathons in the world making it perfect for PB’s and first timers, while offering the best of town and coastal running.

  • 13.1 miles road running
  • Sun 6 Sep
  • £6-£22
Belfast, County Antrim, UK

Laganside 10K

Runners get ready!

  • Fun run
  • 10K run
  • Sun 6 Sep
  • £28-£73
Londonderry, County Antrim, UK

Waterside Half Marathon

The 43rd Waterside Half Marathon returns to the city in 2026.

  • 13.1 miles road running
  • Sun 20 Sep
  • £45-£50
Belfast, County Antrim, UK

The Phoenix Energy Belfast City Half Marathon

The Phoenix Energy Belfast City Half Marathon is the biggest Half Marathon event in Northern Ireland and has seen a massive growth, selling out year on year.

  • 13.1 miles road running

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4 steps to wellbeing
Sleep well

A good night's sleep is an essential foundation for a healthy lifestyle, effective training and weight control.

Train slow

Low-intensity training is easier for you, reduces the risk of injury and helps builds an efficient aerobic system.

Eat natural

Cut out sugar & junk food, reduce carbs, eat natural foods and train your body to burn fat for fuel.

Get outdoors

Fresh air, natural light and reconnecting with nature all help to improve mental and physical wellbeing.